Doree Walker & Tony Nelson

December 8, 2012
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa, Little Torch Key

THE COUPLE
Mutual friends had encouraged Doree and Tony to meet for a full year before they were finally introduced in 2009. “It was like magic,” says Doree. In 2011, Tony took her on an overnight trip to Destin Harbor on the boat he nicknamed after her, and wooed her with beautiful scenery, Champagne and a proposal.THE DETAILS
The couple bought out the private-island resort for an entire week for their guests, and planned a full itinerary that included activities such as seaplane tours and snorkeling. The ceremony took place overlooking the ocean at Little Palm Island, one of the first places the couple vacationed when they started dating.THE PARTY
The impressive 15-piece Private Stock Band led the way as guests danced late into the night. –Photography by Susan Stripling